The tech-heavy NASDAQ Composite surged more than 1% on March 16, 2026, snapping a string of recent losses as investors welcomed signs of cooling tensions in the Middle East and a pullback in crude oil prices.
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Apple Loses Key Hardware Engineer to Oura as Siri Delays Disrupt Smart Home Device Plans
Apple's home hardware chief exits for Oura amid ongoing Siri delays, raising concerns about stalled smart home devices and the company's AI roadmap.
McDonald's Doubles Down on Value With 'McValue 2.0' Menu for April Launch
McDonald's launches "McValue 2.0" with $3 items and $4 meals to attract budget-conscious customers amid rising prices.
JBS Meatpacking Workers Hit the Picket Lines in First U.S. Strike in Four Decades
JBS workers launch first U.S. meatpacking strike in 40 years, raising concerns over wages, supply, and beef prices.
Rising Oil Prices From Iran Conflict Could Push Airline Fares Higher This Summer
Rising oil prices from the Iran conflict could increase summer airline ticket costs and fuel surcharges.
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Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) shares advanced modestly in early trading on March 16, 2026, as the tech giant participated in a broader equity rebound fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and a retreat in oil prices.
Shares of Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) rose in early trading on March 17, 2026, participating in a market-wide recovery as investors rotated back into growth and fintech names following a sharp pullback last week.
Three teenagers sue Elon Musk's xAI, claiming Grok AI generated explicit images of minors, sparking federal investigations and calls for an immediate ban.
Venture capital is undergoing a recalibration. After more than a decade defined by rapid deployment of capital and an appetite for growth at almost any cost, tighter liquidity is forcing investors to shift their focus. Daniel Villar has worked at the center of that shift.
The hugely successful Capcom game, Resident Evil Requiem, has set a new sales record for the franchise.
US and China held crucial trade talks in Paris ahead of President Trump's upcoming summit with Xi Jinping.
Costco recalls Meatloaf Meal Kit nationwide due to potential Salmonella contamination, urging customers to return affected products for a full refund.
Costco replaces classic churros with a $2.99 Caramel Churro Sundae, sparking customer outrage.
CEOs of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines urge Congress to end the government shutdown to prevent airport delays and TSA staffing issues.
